The Caribbean island getaway is heralded as the ultimate vacation bliss. People head to the islands for honeymoons, anniversaries or much-needed relaxation all the time. Caribbean beaches are a great place to catch a tan, but it’s also helpful to remember that travel insurance for the Caribbean can help you avoid several trip hiccups that [...]

Although Canada may not seem like a particularly exotic travel destination for most Americans, it can  still be a great experience to travel up north. Whether you are traveling to Canada’s culturally rich  cities such as Quebec City, Montreal, and Vancouver, or whether your goal is to see a polar bear in Manitoba, there are [...]

Although the U.K., like Western Europe in general, avoids the problems associated with travel to developing nations, there are still issues that the wary traveler should keep an eye on during a vacation. One of these issues is the drastic difference in driving habits between the U.S. and U.K.
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Every traveler is different, everyone has different needs. You might be very concerned about a sick parent causing you to cancel your long-awaited safari in Africa. Someone else might have worries about having a heart attack while touring rural China, in which case you would want travel medical insurance. Different trips, different needs.
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Worst year for lost, delayed, and damaged luggage since 1991
According to the DOT (Dept. of Transportation), complaints about lost, delayed and damaged luggage are at an all time high. In fact, figures released recently by the DOT indicate that 2006 is on course to be the worst year for lost and mishandled baggage since 1991.
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Most package plans will cover recreational skiing
If your winter vacation includes some skiing, you probably want some insurance to cover potential injuries. Luckily, most general package plans include coverage for recreational activities such as skiing. These comprehensive plans, also called package plans, generally include coverage for trip cancellation, lost baggage, medical emergencies, and medical evacuation.
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